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Kalyan-Dombivli Cleans Up: Air Quality Sees Major Improvement
6 May
Summary
- Outdoor air purification systems installed at key junctions.
- Dry mist fountains and 'gobbler' machines combat dust.
- Strict construction site dust control measures are in place.
The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) has successfully implemented pollution-control measures, resulting in the twin cities consistently maintaining an Air Quality Index (AQI) below 100, frequently falling into the 'good' category below 50.
Key initiatives include the installation of an outdoor air purification system at the Tata Power House junction and eight dry mist fountain systems at traffic-heavy areas. These systems filter pollutants and suppress dust, with plans for two more purification units. Specialized 'gobbler' machines are also deployed on smaller roads to absorb fine particles.
Furthermore, KDMC has established strict standard operating procedures for construction sites. Builders must adhere to specific dust-free zone requirements based on project size, coupled with daily water sprinkling and mandatory progress updates. These coordinated efforts over the past two months have demonstrably improved the ambient air quality in Kalyan-Dombivli.
